Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLondon Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion, Camomile Street

London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion, Camomile Street

England
List entry 1005547
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England
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Overview

History & significance

London Wall is a section of the Roman defensive wall that encircled the city of Londinium, constructed during the later second century AD. The remains visible at Camomile Street comprise substantial stonework and include a bastion, a projecting defensive structure characteristic of late Roman military architecture. Built from Kentish ragstone bonded with mortar and faced with squared stone, the wall once stood approximately six metres in height and formed part of an extensive fortification system protecting the settlement's perimeter. This surviving stretch represents an important physical testimony to Roman Britain's urban infrastructure and defensive strategy during the imperial period.

London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion, Camomile Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005547. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion, Camomile Street?

London Wall is a section of the Roman defensive wall that encircled the city of Londinium, constructed during the later second century AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005547.

Who is responsible for protecting London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion, Camomile Street?

London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion, Camomile Street is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1005547.

What other scheduled monuments are near London Wall: remains of Roman wall and bastion, Camomile Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Abbey buildings, Bermondsey (2.1 km), The Jewel Tower (3.7 km), Tudor naval storehouse at Convoys Wharf (5 km).

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